NDA 1 2025 Notification Out; Apply Online for NDA NA at upsc.gov.in

Dec 12, 2024

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the National Defence Academy (NDA) & Naval Academy (NA) Examination (I), 2025 on December 11, 2024. This examination aims to recruit candidates for the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of NDA and for the 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme of the Naval Academy.

Direct Link to Apply Online for NDA 1 2025
UPSC NDA 1 2025 Official Notification: Download PDF

Key Dates:

Notification Release: December 11, 2024
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024 (6:00 PM)
Correction Window: January 1-7, 2025
Examination Date: April 13, 2025

Vacancies:

A total of 406 positions are available:

Army Wing: 208 (including 10 for female candidates)
Navy Wing: 42 (including 6 for female candidates)
Air Force Wing:
- Flying: 92 (including 2 for female candidates)
- Ground Duties (Tech): 18 (including 2 for female candidates)
- Ground Duties (Non-Tech): 10 (including 2 for female candidates)
Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme): 36 (including 5 for female candidates)

Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens or meet specified conditions for other categories (e.g., Gorkhas, PIOs).
Age Limit: Unmarried male and female candidates born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009.
Educational Qualification:
- Army Wing: Passed 12th class or equivalent.
- Air Force and Naval Wings: Passed 12th class with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Physical Standards: Applicants must meet the physical and medical standards outlined in the official guidelines.

Application Process:

Candidates must apply online through the UPSC website upsconline.gov.in. Key points include:

Registration is mandatory and a one-time process.
A correction window will be open from January 1 to January 7, 2025.
A valid photo ID must be provided and uploaded during the application process.

Examination Details:

Written Test:
- Mathematics: 300 marks
- General Ability Test: 600 marks
SSB Interview: 900 marks
Negative Marking: Applicable for incorrect answers in the objective-type papers.

Additional Information:

Admit Card: To be available online one week before the examination.
Correction Window: Changes to the application form can be made from January 1 to January 7, 2025.
Selection Process: Written examination followed by an interview and personality test conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).

FAQs

Question: Who can apply for NDA & NA Examination (I), 2025?

Answer: Unmarried male and female candidates born between July 2, 2006, and July 1, 2009, meeting the educational qualifications and physical standards, can apply.

Question: Are female candidates eligible for NDA & NA Exam 2025?

Answer: Yes, female candidates can apply for vacancies in Army, Navy, and Air Force wings.

Question: What are the physical standards required?

Answer: Candidates must meet the prescribed physical and medical standards mentioned in the official notification.

Question: Is there any negative marking in the examination?

Answer: Yes, one-third of the marks allotted to a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Question: When will the admit card be released?

Answer: Admit card will be available one week before the examination date on the UPSC website.

Question: Can I modify my application form after submission?

Answer: Yes, a correction window will be open from January 1 to January 7, 2025, for making changes.